Open Trail
Open Trail encourages disadvantaged children and young people, of Worcestershire and the West Midlands, to strive for more than they think possible despite their own personal circumstances. They use cycling activities forest school to provide opportunities for children and young people to develop their self-confidence, work ethic, emotional resilience and team working skills.
Activities & Mission
Open Trail encourages disadvantaged children and young people, of Worcestershire and the West Midlands, to strive for more than they think possible despite their own personal circumstances. They use cycling activities forest school to provide opportunities for children and young people to develop their self-confidence, work ethic, emotional resilience and team working skills.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Open Trail (organisation 5088676)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £253,689 | £201,192 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £378,829 | £93,979 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £93,855 | £69,677 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £49,812 | £51,561 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Open Trail
What does Open Trail do?
Open Trail encourages disadvantaged children and young people, of Worcestershire and the West Midlands, to strive for more than they think possible despite their own personal circumstances. They use cycling activities forest school to provide opportunities for children and young people to develop their self-confidence, work ethic, emotional resilience and team working skills.
How much income did Open Trail report in 2024?
Open Trail reported total income of £254k and reported expenditure of £201k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Open Trail registered as a charity?
Open Trail was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 August 2020 as charity number 1190929. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Open Trail?
Open Trail is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Open Trail operate?
Open Trail operates across 5 areas, including Dudley, Sandwell, Staffordshire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Open Trail a registered charity?
Yes — Open Trail is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190929.
Details
KIDDERMINSTER
DY10 3AG
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Beneficiary group charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 3 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated